Quick Facts
Yield: 96 bites
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Rise Time: 25 minutes
Boil Time: 15 minutes, total
Bake Time: 10 to 12 minutes
Great pizza flavor in just one bite - these appetizers will be a hit at the next party or tailgate!
Ingredients
- 1 package Simply Homemade® Pretzel Creations™
- 1 tablespoon Italian herb seasoning
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese blend
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pepperoni
- 3/4 cup very warm water (120º to 130ºF)
- 2 tablespoons Mazola® Corn Oil
Directions
Combine pretzel mix and yeast in a large mixing bowl. Stir in Italian herb seasoning, cheeses and pepperoni . Add very warm water and oil and stir until thoroughly combined. (Dough may be stiff; use hands if desired).
Cover dough and let rise 25 minutes in a warm, draft-free place. (Dough will not double in size.)
Divide dough into 8 equal portions; roll each into an 18-inch long rope. Cut each rope into 12 pieces. (Cut rope in half, then each portion in half again and then cut each portion into 3 pieces. Each will be about 1-1/2 inches long.) Place the pieces (bites) on 2 greased baking sheets (they can be placed quite close together). Cover bites with towel to prevent them from drying out. Repeat with remaining dough.
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Combine 6 cups water with baking soda in a large deep saucepan until water boils (mixture will be foamy). Using a slotted spoon or spatula, dip bites (4 to 5 at a time) into the boiling water for about 15 to 20 seconds, until they rise to the surface. Remove from water and place back on baking sheet. Continue with remaining bites.
Bake for 5 minutes and then switch pans to promote more even browning. Bake an additional 5 to 7 minutes until golden brown. Remove bites from baking sheets immediately and let cool on wire rack.
Delicious served with pizza sauce for dipping!
Recipe note: You won't need the pretzel salt for these.